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Amid the case, let's understand the normal functions and operations of a station's Route Relay Interlocking (RRI) signaling system. We will also delve into what might have led to the crash:
Odisha train accident: A 10-member CBI team has begun investigations into the Odisha train accident, which killed 275 people and injured 1,100. The probe has been called after Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that ‘people responsible for it have been identified’. Additionally, officials say that there is a possibility of ‘human interference’, hinting at sabotage being the reason for the crash
Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said that the train accident at Odisha’s Balasore, which has left 275 people dead and over 1,000 injured, was caused due to a ‘change in the electronic interlocking system’. Since the tragedy took place on Friday night, many are also wondering if Kavach, the Railway’s automatic protection system could have averted such a disaster. But what are these systems? How do they impact the functioning of trains?
Explained: Interlocking is an integral part of Railway signalling, with which functions in a yard are controlled in a manner that ensures safe passage of the train
Odisha train accident: Electronic Interlocking (EI) are being adopted by Indian Railways on a large scale to derive benefits of digital technologies in train operation and to enhance safety.